TRST Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I have struggled with tendonitis in both elbows in the past few seasons. After a winters rest I am pain free and would like to stay there. My question is, are there skis that make it easier to protect my elbows than others? ie "lighter on the line" such as the S2 or other "low resistance" skis? Skis to avoid? I have already switched to a radius handle and radar lock gloves. I am a 35-38 off 34mph skier, 6'1" 200lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razorskier1 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Thager got off of his Elite for that reason and is riding my old Fisher. Says it is much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members skidawg Posted May 7, 2012 Members Share Posted May 7, 2012 What is the diameter of your handle? My elbows got better years ago when I switched from 1" to 1.06 or bigger. Also ...have you tried a lock type glove? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRST Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 @skisawg 1.06 and yes I use a radar's version of lock style glove. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The_MS Posted May 7, 2012 Members Share Posted May 7, 2012 Skidawgs handle is really a donky dick. That thing is huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted May 8, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 8, 2012 @ TRST I tend to move around a lot on a ski. Elite was pretty sensitive and the deceleration followed by the hard acceleration was hell on my elbows. The Fish doesn't seem to care what I do. It just turns and keeps moving. It is also a little bit longer @ 68" than the Elite so surface area might also be a factor too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted May 8, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 8, 2012 My elbow tendonitis pain went away within two weeks of getting off the Elite and onto another ski. I hate it that MS was right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 The answer to all your ski pain, Bikram Yoga. If you don't have the time for a full 90 minute Bikram class try this posture. Yes it will be painful, very painful to start. Lie face down, your arms under your body palms down. (This is very important and may seem impossible especially to a skier with inflamed tendons) Try to bring your elbows as close together as possible, touch your pinky fingers together under your torso. All you have to lose is your pain. The pain you create in the posture will allow you to ski pain free, good trade off in my mind! If you decide to add the leg raise you will also stregthen your lower back & glutes. Keep your legs together, your knees to together,your feet, heals & toes together. Do this dailey, not once or twice a week. hold the pose for 30-60 seconds to start. Good Luck, you now have a challenge that will provide you with a pain free solution! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef23 Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 @Rich I don't see any way I can get my body in the start position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted May 8, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 8, 2012 Mark, we can get you in that position. Problem is, you might not ever get out of it. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MrJones Posted May 8, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 8, 2012 I never had elbow issues until I rode the Prophecy. Loved that ski, but it was tempramental and hard on the arms. All of the D3's I have ridden were easy on the elbows. +1 on hating to agree with MS about the Elite, but my back and elbow suffered on it. My 9900SL was fairly easy last year re: the elbow. Handle diameter does make a difference, but relaxing the arms is key. A ski that hooks up in a controlled fashion makes it much easier to remain relaxed and not overload the tendon origin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The_MS Posted May 8, 2012 Members Share Posted May 8, 2012 Elite = Tommy John surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razorskier1 Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 @Rich -- that position is never going to happen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jipster43 Posted May 9, 2012 Members Share Posted May 9, 2012 I just purchased a Goode Fire in hopes that it will punish my back a little less than my Elite. Of course my Elite felt super smooth today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RichardDoane Posted May 9, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2012 @Rich - what's Bikram Yoga got to help neck pain/stiffness issues related to taking too many "hits"\whiplash ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Bikram Yoga will will help you from being damaged by "hits" I have found through better body control I don't take "hits" and can run 38' consistently, so I guess that's what it does, but it only works if you do it. I have experienced inflamed tendons in my elbow, however since doing the posture I no longer have pain in my elbows. You are only as strong as the weakest link, this kind of yoga will strengthen the weakest links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Neck problems, do rabbitt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ktm300 Posted May 9, 2012 Members Share Posted May 9, 2012 This handle really helped my elbows. Largest diameter available. http://www.miamiskinautiques.com/2012-Sunshine-Sports-Fat-Boy-Slalom-Ski-Handle-1-1-p/12sunshinefatboy.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jjackkrash Posted May 12, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2012 My recommendation is for Steve Maxwell's Encyclopedia of Joint Mobility DVD. Its worth its weight in gold. http://www.bodyweightbasics.com/products/maxwell_jointmobility.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAL Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 @TRST, have you investigated the Goode Powervest as an option? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wish Posted May 12, 2012 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2012 This is a little out there but it works. I fidded a run of rubber tubing inside the bridle of the handle where it would fit. This expands the rope and when the rope gets tight under load it compresses the rubber tubing and acts like a shock obsorber. I was skeptical when it was recommended to be by a deap shoreline skier. So far I've found it works very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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